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There are three social work courses required in the Associate of Arts Degree in Social Work. View the course descriptions<\/a> in the ACC Catalog.<\/strong><\/p>\n

SOCW 2361 – Introduction to Social Work (3-3-0)<\/strong>
\nDevelopment of the philosophy and practice of social work in the United States. A survey of the fields and techniques of social work with attention given to requirements for graduate training in the field of social work.<\/p>\n

Student Accident Insurance Fee: $1.00
\nSkills: E Course Type: T<\/p>\n

SOCW 2362 – Social Welfare as a Social Institution (3-3-0)<\/strong>
\nAn introduction to the study of social work and the underlying philosophy and ethics of social work. Also looks at special populations and how the social welfare institution has responded to their needs.<\/p>\n

Student Accident Insurance Fee: $1.00
\nSkills: E Prerequisites: SOCW 2361. Course Type: T<\/p>\n

SOCW 2389 – Academic Cooperative (3-2-3)<\/strong>
\nA supervised experiential learning course designed to integrate program study with introductory exposure to the field of social work. In conjunction with individual study and\/or seminars, the student will set specific goals and objectives in the study of Social Work.<\/p>\n

Course Fee: $50.00 Student Accident Insurance Fee: $1.00
\nSkills: E Prerequisites: SOCW 2361. Course Type: T<\/p>\n

There is one required course from sociology.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

SOCI 1301 – Introduction to Sociology (3-3-0)<\/strong>
\nIntroduction to theoretical perspectives and research pertaining to society and to the relationship between society and the individual. Covers the basic elements of society, such as culture, social structure, social groups, social class, race, gender, social institutions, social processes, and social change.<\/p>\n

Student Accident Insurance Fee: $1.00<\/p>\n

To see the additional courses for the Social Work Associate of Arts Degree, view the program map<\/a>. Please visit with an advisor as soon as possible to help you answer questions and\/or help you plan you degree. If transferring, please tell your advisor as soon as possible.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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IMPORTANT:<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Social work course descriptions <\/strong><\/em>are listed under “sociology” in the ACC Catalog<\/a> (scroll down to see the social work courses) and in the course schedule<\/a> click on “sociology” to see the social work courses.<\/p>\n

Apply to ACC<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The first step is applying to ACC<\/a>. Request more information<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Cost, Tuition and Fees<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Find more information about tuition and fee<\/a><\/strong> rates.<\/p>\n

Register for Classes<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Plan, register and pay for your classes.<\/a><\/p>\n

Advising<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Visit the social work advising page<\/a> for options and contact information.<\/p>\n

Questions?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Visit the\u00a0about us<\/a> or the frequently asked questions<\/a> page.<\/p>\n

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